August 25, 2014
August 25, 2014, Vancouver, BC - Taseko (TSX: TKO; NYSE MKT: TGB) (the “Company”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Linda Thorstad to its Board of Directors as a non-executive director.
Ms. Thorstad, P. Geo, is a registered professional geoscientist who brings over twenty-five years of senior management experience in the mining industry to Taseko. Her experience spans exploration and development companies as well as key roles with mid-tier producers. Ms. Thorstad currently serves as the Director, Government and Community Relations and Permitting at Alamos Gold. Prior to Alamos, she was the President and Chief Executive Officer of Orsa Ventures until it was acquired by Alamos Gold in 2013. Additionally, she has been involved in two special government commissions focused on sustainability, land use, resource and environmental management.
Ms. Thorstad is the past President of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC, a Founding Member of the Canadian Council of Professional Engineers (now Geoscience Canada) and Honorary Fellow of Engineers Canada.
“On behalf of the Board of Directors and management, I would like to welcome Linda to the Taseko Board. The addition of Linda enhances the depth and diversity of our Board of Directors, specifically in the area of mine development and permitting. We believe her experience and the perspective that she brings to our Board will benefit our shareholders significantly.” said Russell Hallbauer, President and CEO of Taseko.
For further information on Taseko, please see the Company’s website www.tasekomines.com or contact:
Brian Bergot, Vice President, Investor Relations - 778-373-4533 or toll free 1-877-441-4533
Russell Hallbauer
President and CEO
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